March weather forecast
Columbia Falls, ME

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Columbia Falls, is a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37.2°F (2.9°C) and an average low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

March brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) in February to a cold 37.2°F (2.9°C). Throughout March nights, Columbia Falls experiences a consistent temperature average of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Columbia Falls, in March, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Columbia Falls, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.1 days and collects up to 32.28" (820mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout March, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated. In Columbia Falls, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.1 days and aggregates up to 23.82" (605mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Columbia Falls, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 6:57 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature during March is 37.2°F (2.9°C) and the low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Columbia Falls, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Columbia Falls, in March, during 9.4 snowfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Columbia Falls have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 6:57 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Columbia Falls have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Columbia Falls, ME

Average temperature in March - Columbia Falls, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Columbia Falls, ME

Average pressure in March - Columbia Falls, ME
  • Average pressure in March: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Columbia Falls, ME

Average wind speed in March - Columbia Falls, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Columbia Falls, ME

Average humidity in March - Columbia Falls, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Columbia Falls, ME

Average rainfall in March - Columbia Falls, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.57").

Average rainfall days in March
Columbia Falls, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Columbia Falls, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Columbia Falls, ME

Average snowfall in March - Columbia Falls, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Columbia Falls, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Columbia Falls, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Columbia Falls, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Columbia Falls, ME
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Columbia Falls, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Columbia Falls, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Columbia Falls, ME

Average UV index in March - Columbia Falls, ME
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Columbia Falls, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Columbia Falls, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Columbia Falls, ME

Average visibility in March - Columbia Falls, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).

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